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Pre-Master's (Computing)

Leading To MSc Computing

This Pre Masters is for international students who want to study a Master's degree in Computing at Edinburgh Napier University, but do not have the academic or English qualifications for direct admission. It is available for selected Master's level programmes at Edinburgh Napier University, including MSc Computing.

  • Location
    Edinburgh
    United Kingdom
  • Progression
    Edinburgh Napier University
  • Rankings & Awards
    United Kingdom: 92nd
    Satisfaction: 81.5%
  • Start Dates
    Jan, Mar, Jun, Sep
    1 - 2 Terms
    Next start date: 9 Jun 2025
  • Course Fees
    From £9,595
  • Visa Considerations
    Integrated Visa
    Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
  • Course Provider
    Edinburgh Napier University International College
  • Why Choose This Course?
    • Guaranteed entry to a master's degree at Edinburgh Napier University on successful completion of this course.
    • Perfect for students who only have a 3rd class degree, but want to study a master's in the UK.
    • Live and Study in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland. Edinburgh is a safe, vibrant student city with four universities and the world's largest performance arts festival (The Edinburgh Fringe).
    • Student accommodation in Edinburgh, within easy reach of the International College and university facilities.
    • Three city campuses, including a 24 hour computer lab, elite sports facilities and the Bright Red Triangle, a business incubator supporting student start up enterprises.

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About This Course

This Pre Masters prepares international students for postgraduate study in Computing at Edinburgh Napier University. It is specially designed for students who do not have the academic qualifications normally required for admission to a master's programme at the university. It is also suitable for students who meet the academic requirements but need to improve their English skills before starting a master's.

During the course, you will study in a supportive learning environment alongside other international students. You will have the opportunity to deepen your subject knowledge, develop your study & research skills and improve your academic English to a high level.

On successful completion of this programme, you can progress to selected master's degrees in Computing at Edinburgh Napier University, including MSc Computing. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Note: Students studying this course may1 benefit from a single study visa, which will be valid for the duration of the entire programme. That means you will not have to apply for a new visa when you progress from the Pre Masters.

Scholarships

A limited number of scholarships of up to £4,000 are available.

Important: Please read our guidance on funding your studies for important information about scholarships, including the application process and eligibility rules.

Study Options

  • 1 Term
    Starting March, September
  • 2 Terms
    Starting January, March, June

Admission Requirements

Academic Successful completion of a bachelor's degree, equivalent to a UK Degree (3rd Class) in a related subject.
English 2 Terms
IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent English qualification.
1 Term
IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent English qualification.

Start Dates And Progression

1 Term

Start Date End Date Progression
Sep 2025 Dec 2025 Jan 2026
Mar 2026 May 2026 Sep 2026

2 Terms

Start Date End Date Progression
Jun 2025 Dec 2025 Jan 2026
Jan 2026 Jun 2026 Sep 2026
Mar 2026 Aug 2026 Sep 2026

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following postgraduate programmes at Edinburgh Napier University.

  • MSc Computing
  • MSc Computing (Web Development)

 
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1 An integrated study visa is available to students who meet the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) English requirement for degree level study, which is IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent.

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